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Description
A piedfort is an unusually thick coin, often exactly twice the normal weight and thickness of other coins of the same diameter and pattern. Piedforts are not normally circulated, and are only struck for presentation purposes by mint officials (such as patterns), or for collectors, dignitaries, and other VIPs.
The Hungarian National Bank issues a gold commemorative coin "Gold Florin of John Hunyadi" as the seventh piece in the Medieval Hungarian gold forints series.
John Hunyadi (c. 1406 – 1456) was a significant Hungarian military and political figure of Wallachian descent. Known as the 'Turk-buster' for his battles against the Ottoman Empire, he amassed immense land holdings and military influence. Hunyadi mastered his military skills defending the southern borders of Hungary, becoming Ban of Szörény, Voivode of Transylvania, and other key positions. He achieved notable victories against the Ottomans in 1442, and although he faced defeats at Varna in 1444 and Kosovo in 1448, his "Long Campaign" and defense of Belgrade in 1456 cemented his reputation. His governance skills were recognized when he served as regent of Hungary. Despite dying from an epidemic shortly after his triumph at Belgrade, his victories safeguarded Hungary from Ottoman invasion for over 60 years and influenced the election of his son, Matthias Corvinus, as king in 1457. Hunyadi remains a celebrated figure in Hungary and neighboring countries.
Engraver: Fanni Király
Obverse
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Depicts John Hunyadi with a sword on his shoulder, positioned slightly behind a coat of arms. This portrayal is based on an engraving from the Brno edition of the "Chronica Hungarorum" by János Thuróczi. To the right of Hunyadi's figure, there is a depiction based on the quartered shield from the obverse of the gold forint issued by Hunyadi. In the Hunyadi family's quartered coat of arms, a raven (the Hunyadis' heraldic animal) is shown in the lower left corner, and a double cross in the upper right corner. The upper left and lower right fields feature the striped pattern of Árpád. The coat of arms is enclosed by a depiction of a pearl border. The upper circular legend on the edge reads "JOHN HUNYADI GOVERNOR" with the years "1446–1452" referring to his governance. The lower circular inscription reads "GOLD FLORIN," with the two inscriptions separated on the left by the engraver's privy mark. HUNYADI JÁNOS KORMÁNYZÓ 1446-1452 ARANYFORINTJA |
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Reverse
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Depicts the reverse side of the gold florin issued by Governor John Hunyadi featuring Ladislaus I (Saint Ladislas) holding a battle-axe and an orb, with a halo above his crowned head. The Latin inscription "Sanctus Ladislaus Rex" (Saint Ladislaus the King) surrounds the figure, with an "n" and a shield on either side as mint marks. Along the upper edge, the country name (Hungary) is displayed, while the lower edge shows the denomination and the word "FORINT." The mint mark "BP." is on the left, and the year of issuance is on the right. MAGYARORSZÁG |
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JOHN DE HUNYAD GOVERNOR OF THE KINGDOM OF HUNGARY IOHANNES DE HWNIAD REGNI VNGARIAE GUBERNATO |
50 000 Forint
Piedfort
Gold Florins of Medieval Hungary
Gold Florin of John Hunyadi
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Adamo# EM463a
Gold Florins of Medieval Hungary
Gold Florin of John Hunyadi
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